Question: What is Weaving?
Answer: When a horse swings it head from side to side in a repetitive motion it is said to be weaving. The horse may only swing its head, or it may sway its entire forequarters and lift a front leg with each sway.
This habit is similar to an obsessive compulsive disorder in humans and there is some speculation that the behavior triggers the release of endorphins that calm a stressful horse. A horse that stall walks very quickly and anxiously may be exhibiting a flight response, with its motivation to flee.
